Jacobs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jacobs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 650 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02595 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Kay Rowell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jacobs Lake Dam?
Jacobs Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jacobs Lake Dam?
Jacobs Lake Dam is owned by Kay Rowell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jacobs Lake Dam built?
Jacobs Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Jacobs Lake Dam?
Jacobs Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jacobs Lake Dam?
Jacobs Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Jacobs Lake Dam last inspected?
Jacobs Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.